Making the move to Houston can be fun and exciting. When it comes time to start apartment hunting, you need to make sure you know what you’re looking for.
A list of preferred amenities helps, and Houston apartments are usually pretty well-stocked when it comes to features like fitness centers and spa-style resources. But, what about when you’re on the hunt for luxuries for yourself and your pet?
Finding the right combination of human and pet amenities is essential to having a happy household, and this list of great pet-friendly apartments in Houston puts you on the right track.
Aris Market Square
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You don’t expect a dog wash to feel fancy, but the Pet Parlor at Aris Market Square sure gives off that vibe. Complete with two baths and a grooming station, this is a great place to keep your pup looking its best. There’s a private park on the property for some extra pet-friendly appeal. Living here also puts you close to the dog park at Market Square Park.
Part of a collection of smaller neighborhoods that make up Houston’s Inner Loop, you’re close to everything when you call this area home. You’ll also get great downtown views from your apartment’s roof or your own balcony.
Camden McGowen Station
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A perfect pup park takes into consideration the comfort of the owners as well, and the one at Camden McGowen Station comes complete with a shaded seating area. Let your dog enjoy running around on the green while you take a break. You’ll also find a well-equipped pet spa on site, featuring both washing and grooming stations.
Situated in South Central Houston, home to many college kids attending both University of Houston and Texas Southern University, you can bring up to three pets along when living here. This includes dogs cats, birds, fish and other small, caged animals.
The Atlantic Memorial
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An impressive dog run at The Atlantic Memorial will definitely keep your pup on the move. With tunnels to climb in, hoops to jump through and a red fire hydrant for you know what, they’ll be set. Two shaded areas with benches offer up a spot just for you in the grass too. There’s even a dog-friendly water fountain.
West of greater Houston in Memorial, this community has a wide variety of amenities. There’s an outdoor game area with ping pong and foosball, a courtyard with a fountain, indoor and outdoor lounges and a fitness center with a spin/yoga studio.
The Essex House
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A sleek dog run with lush grass and cute benches with bone and paw shapes embedded in them make up the pup-friendly space at The Essex House. Safe and fenced-in, there’s also a nice row of mature trees for a little shade.
Southwest of the city center, in the highly-walkable neighborhood of Greenway – Upper Kirby, The Essex House is one of many communities drawing young professionals to the area. Especially attractive here is the Click Cafe and outdoor grilling and dining space with two grills.
Camden Post Oak
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A spacious dog park, with plenty of room to play fetch, makes it easy for your dog to romp around at Camden Post Oak. The park also includes agility obstacles to climb over and through as well as a wooden pergola for you to sit under while you watch your pup play. Should they get a little dirty while outside, visit the pet wash station on your way back to your apartment.
Situated in Westside, this entire neighborhood is pet friendly. Living here puts you close to plenty of green space and some of the city’s largest parks.
Camden Midtown
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A sweet dog park awaits at Camden Midtown. This grassy spot has a nice path that weaves throughout the grounds, covered seating and obstacles for dogs to climb up and jump through. These will challenge their brains as they exercise their bodies, leading to a great night’s sleep for everyone. In addition to the agility course in the bark park, you’ll also find a dog wash station ready for use.
Another pet-friendly find in South Central Houston, living here gives you access to two beach-style pools, a movie theater and a networking cafe with free coffee.
The Lofts at CityCentre
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A dog park and pet wash station in one, this outdoor spot at The Lofts at CityCentre has it all. Grab a seat in the shade first, and watch your pup run across the grass, weave through the set of agility posts and climb up and over the wooden dog bridge. Then, when they’re good and dirty, stop off at the stone dog bath right in the park and give them a rinse.
This smoke-free, green community, also in the Memorial neighborhood, features a resort-style pool, landscaped courtyard and excellent picnic and barbecue area.
Portico Kirby
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Situated beside the outdoor lounge space at Portico Kirby, you’ll find a perfect dog run. Lush grass covers this fenced-in area, providing ample space for pups to run out their excess energy. This perfect space gives way to the rest of the community’s outdoor amenities which include a pool with cabanas, a grilling area with an outdoor kitchen and more.
You’ll find Portico Kirby in the charming neighborhood of Braeswood Place. Just a few miles from the city center, living here puts you closer to Houston Medical Center and attracts residents thanks to a strong restaurant and bar scene.
Camden Holly Springs
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Filled with wood chips and grass for different textures on those paws, the bark park at Camden Holly Springs also includes a pet wash station to clean them up after a run through the park. Right beside the pup-friendly water fountain, you can give your dog a rinse and then let them air dry as they run around. This private dog park is both gated and safe.
The landscaped grounds and private on-site lakes in this Westside neighborhood are other great areas to spend time with your pup. When it comes to human amenities, you’ll find a high-endurance fitness center and great entertainment space to use.
Camden Vanderbilt
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It’s not every day you find a dog park like the one at Camden Vanderbilt. Not only is there plenty of nicely manicured grass to run around on, but the dog park itself backs up to the community pond, offering a level of serenity you won’t find elsewhere. Additionally, the community has a paved walking trail alongside the water for you and your furry friend to take a soothing stroll when the mood moves you.
The three-pet maximum at this Braeswood Place community means you can bring all your animals with you.
Find yourself one of the pet-friendly apartments in Houston
There’s no shortage of pet-friendly apartments in Houston that are also in neighborhoods perfect for pet owners. Once you find the right apartment for you and your animal companion, get out and explore. You’ll quickly fall in love with all there is to do for both people and pets.
