La Plata, MD

45 Dog Friendly Apartments for Rent

La Plata is a town located in Charles County, Maryland, approximately 30 miles southeast of Washington, DC, and 60 miles south of Baltimore. La Plata had a population of 8,753 in the 2010 census. La Plata is a short drive from Ronald Reagan National Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport, and Baltimore-Washington International Airport. There are Amtrak stations at Union Station in Washington, DC, and at Alexandria, Virginia. La Plata's town hall was the first LEED certified "green" building in Southern Maryland. See more

Finding an apartment in La Plata 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.