San Francisco is a great city for pets and their owners. The tech, culture and culinary hub is the third-best city for dogs in the country, which means it contains the services, shops and professionals that pets need to thrive.
San Francisco, by the numbers
The city is home to the most pet sitters and boarding facilities in the nation (301), so you won’t have to scramble to find quality pet care while you’re away. There are 96 veterinarians and 91 grooming professionals in located in San Francisco to keep pets healthy and looking their best. And since there are 403 pet supply stores in town, it’s easy to stock up on food and supplies.
As a cool bonus, you don’t need a car to reach these doggo-friendly services. San Francisco has an excellent walk score of 93, so locals can easily run errands without a car. Regular walks have measurable physical and mental health benefits for dogs, so let your pup tag along. Its efficient transit system is also highly ranked and used by over 21 percent of commuters.
There are 69 dog parks in the city. Many San Francisco neighborhoods contain dog-friendly parks and beaches too.
The best dog-friendly apartments in San Francisco
The top dog-friendly apartments in the city offer luxurious amenities for dogs and their owners. These amenities include dog runs, pet wash stations, treats and outdoor gardens and terraces. Look over this list and see which of these communities best suits your needs.
Tower 737
SOURCE: RENT./TOWER 737
Tower 737 in Lower Nob Hill doesn’t just offer dog treats in the office. It also makes it easier for you to adopt a pet from one of the city’s 39 animal shelters by reimbursing up to $250 in adoption fees, making it one of our most dog-friendly apartments in San Francisco.
One or two dogs or cats are allowed with a $500 deposit. Dogs cost an additional $70 in monthly rent. Cats cost $25. There’s no dog weight limit, although breed restrictions apply.
There are complimentary treats for humans too. The refreshment bar in the clubhouse is stocked with gourmet coffee, tea, hot cocoa and bottled water. Printing, scanning and copy services, quarterly social events and event space reservations are free for residents as well.
There are many indoor and outdoor spaces to explore. Chill by the firepits in the private courtyard, grill with friends or stretch out on a daybed on the stylish rooftop deck. Many apartments offer downtown views.
NEMA
SOURCE: RENT./NEMA
NEMA is located in SoMA’s Mid-Market neighborhood. This art-filled, tech-forward community offers large studios and 1-3 bedroom, pet-friendly apartments and many terraces, lounges and solariums for humans (and dogs and cats) to enjoy.
Take a yoga class on the terrace, jump on a spin bike or swim in the 60-foot saline lap pool. Curl up by a crackling fire, play a game of pool or screen a film from the movie library on the 65-inch lounge television. You can even treat yourself to professional spa treatments right in the building.
Four-legged residents can take a spa day too. The Pet Spaw offers on-site washing and grooming, as well as a dog-walking service. The dog run makes it easy for pets to exercise without leaving home.
AVA Nob Hill
SOURCE: RENT. /AVA NOB HILL
AVA Nob Hill is located half a mile from the commuter rail, light rail and bus stations. Apartment interiors are light, bright and modern, with balconies and hardwood flooring. Emerald green hallways, a sunshine yellow terrace and colorful social zones inject energy into the common spaces.
Humans work out in the well-equipped fitness center. Dogs enjoy the on-site dog run. But that’s just the beginning of the pet-friendly amenities here.
The WAG The Pet Program offers treats, pet-friendly grounds and landscaping. It also stocks pet stations and celebrates dog and cat-friendly events like pool parties, costume contests and pet CPR courses. (There are humans-only social events too.)
Dogs and cats are both welcome. Residents pay a $500 pet deposit and $50 in extra rent. Two pets are allowed.
Channel Mission Bay
SOURCE: RENT. / CHANNEL MISSION BAY
Both you and your pets can relax and play in luxury at Channel Mission Bay. Apartments in this 315-unit include upscale amenities like quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood flooring, a full-size washer and dryer and deep soaking tubs. Dogs bathe in the complex’s spacious pet wash station.
Up to two cats or dogs are allowed with a $500 deposit. Additional rent is $85. Exotic pets are prohibited and some dog breed restrictions apply.
Cancel your gym membership and work out at the outdoor fitness station, the well-equipped gym or do laps in the freshwater pool. Invite friends or neighbors to play ping-pong or pool, unwind in the media lounge, picnic in the grill area or soak in the hot tub.
388 Beale
SOURCE: RENT. / 388 BEALE
388 Beale is designed according to the principles of feng shui. That means all the living spaces — from the spacious, sunny apartments with large windows and high ceilings, to the resort-style cabanas and hot tub — feel soothing and orderly.
Human residents enjoy the co-working spaces, a large workout room, a hot tub, a dry sauna and sun deck. You can also rent the clubhouse, with its fully equipped gourmet kitchen. Garage parking, a 24-hour concierge, a co-working space and valet dry-cleaning make life a little easier.
Four-legged friends love the large and fully fenced pet park. It offers plenty of room to run, a doghouse and a handy pet wash station. Pet waste bags are provided for easy clean-up.
Up to two dogs or cats are allowed for an extra $85 monthly and a $500 pet deposit. Some dog breeds are prohibited.
Edgewater
SOURCE: RENT. / EDGEWATER
Edgewater is a secured, gated community. Apartments include patios (many with water views), stainless steel appliances and in-home washers and dryers. They also have large closets with built-in storage, perfect for storing pet supplies and gear. And the apartments are spacious by San Francisco standards — 520-1,350 square feet.
This building welcomes up to three dogs or cats. That’s the most of the pet-friendly apartments on this list. Additional rent is $85 and the pet deposit is $500. Some dog breed restrictions apply.
There are three courtyards to enjoy. Play pool or an oversized game of chess in the sunshine, put dinner on the grill or just relax and unwind in the hot tub.
Dog-friendly apartments in San Francisco await
San Francisco has some of the most innovative pet-friendly apartments in the country. They offer amenities to keep pets healthy, active and looking great and plenty of perks for you to enjoy.
