Lawrence, NY

116 Dog Friendly Apartments for Rent

When it comes to trivia facts about the village of Lawrence, Nassau County, NY (not to be confused with the upstate NY town of Lawrence), few can top this gem. The original developers of Lawrence's transportation treasure, the Long Island Rail Road station in the heart of town, bit off more than they could chew when they jumped the gun and mistakenly notified the public of its incorrect address. The depot's officially listed location is at the corner of Lawrence and Bayview Avenues, two blocks west of Central Avenue when it's actually two blocks to the north of Central, and Bayview is on the other side of the railroad tracks' right-of-way. Since all of the station's published location reference resources were so heavily committed, nobody ever bothered to get the facts straightened out, presumably for cost considerations. If you move to Lawrence, make sure, as an unfamiliar stranger, you don't get caught up in the confusion and wait for your train ride at a phantom location. See more

Finding an apartment in Lawrence 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.