Northampton, MA

12 Dog Friendly Apartments for Rent

If you’re looking for a small-town feel with all the counterculture fun of old San Francisco, then you’ve stumbled upon the perfect little city. Northampton, or NoHo, is a freakin' awesome place to call home. There is plenty of fun goings-on around here. Northampton's quaint downtown is full of eclectic shops, art, and music. There is a system of greenways, parks, and rail-trails that allow locals to hike and bike to just about anywhere. And, there's plenty of river-rat fun to be had on the Connecticut River. No matter where you go, there are beautifully artistic things happening. You can catch mandolin pickers practicing along the river, street musicians and artists entertaining the downtown crowd, as well as live music at a number of local venues.

So, how much does all this fun cost? With rental properties ranging from $1,000 to $2,000, it's not exactly cheap living around here. The closest thing you can find to a cheap apartment is a $1,000 studio. There are plenty of apartments for rent with large floor plans, as well as some charming rental homes.

If you are a renter that has grown used to convenient amenities, moving to NoHo will be a quite the dramatic change. Around here, apartments are housed in small buildings and converted old houses, leaving little room for the usual amenities, such as laundry facilities and swimming pools. However, what’s lacking in amenities is more than made up for in culture, aesthetics, and good ol' artistic fun.

The rest of NoHo life can only be understood by living here. So, you better get to it! Best of luck!

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Finding an apartment in Northampton that accepts your pet may not be easy, but it’s very possible. Keep in mind, most of the time you’ll have to pay a premium for bringing your dog along in your new apartment. Some apartments require you to pay monthly pet rent, others will ask for a non-refundable pet fee or a refundable pet deposit.

While landlords and property management companies have varying pet policies, most of them limit the number of dogs you can bring to your apartment and include breed and weight restrictions.

If your pet falls under some of the restrictions outlined in the pet policy, it’s still worth asking the landlord if they can make an exception for your dog. Preparing a pet resume ahead of time could help you build the case for your furry friend. Make sure to include information on behavioral training your dog went through over the years and proof of vaccinations. If you can, include references from your former landlord and/or neighbors.