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817 25th StBellingham, WA 98225
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bellingham, WA from $500 (57 Rentals)
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Stanford Apartments
2001 Larrabee AveBellingham, WA 98225
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The Calypso at Samish Hill
3805 Elwood AveBellingham, WA 98229
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South Campus Place
2600 Douglas AveBellingham, WA 98225
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303 Elwood CtBellingham, WA 98225
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Tremezzo North
541-549 E Kellogg RdBellingham, WA 98226
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Samish Station I & II
109 N Samish WayBellingham, WA 98225
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The Sandpiper
1010 Railroad AveBellingham, WA 98225
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1818 D StBellingham, WA 98225
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Village on the Green Apartments
2600 Alderwood AveBellingham, WA 98225
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Samish Station III
3619 Bill McDonald PkyBellingham, WA 98225
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Inglewood Apartments
3025 Ferry AveBellingham, WA 98225
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New England Apartments
2516 Douglas AveBellingham, WA 98225
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Harvard Suites
705-709 32nd StBellingham, WA 98225
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Mahogany Manor
1300 Mahogany AveBellingham, WA 98226
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Park Place Apartments
3928 Northwest AveBellingham, WA 98226
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487 31st StBellingham, WA 98225
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Kerf
208 N Samish WayBellingham, WA 98225
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839 N State StBellingham, WA 98225
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512 Sterling DrBellingham, WA 98226
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Bellingham, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bellingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Bellingham Studio Apartments | $1,504 | $1,300 | $2,220 |
| Cheap Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,710 | $775 | $2,800 |
| Cheap Bellingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,242 | $1,133 | $3,975 |
| Cheap Bellingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,320 | $810 | $3,100 |
| Cheap Bellingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,068 | $800 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bellingham, WA
Pricing Updated: 05/15/2025Current apartment rentals in the Bellingham, WA area range in price from $775 to $6,000 with an overall median price of $4,904. The three Bellingham neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Birchwood at $1,395, Guide Meridian at $1,350, and Meridian at $1,350. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bellingham Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood | $2,375 | $1,395 | 37 |
| Guide Meridian | $2,772 | $1,350 | 44 |
| Meridian | $3,800 | $1,350 | 38 |
| Silver Beach | $4,147 | $1,175 | 29 |
| Sunnyland | $4,850 | $869 | 27 |
| Mount Baker | $4,900 | $1,026 | 72 |
| Roosevelt | $4,900 | $869 | 69 |
| Edgemoor | $4,950 | $775 | 74 |
| Happy Valley | $4,950 | $775 | 75 |
| South Bellingham | $4,950 | $775 | 74 |
Cheapest Available Bellingham Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Bellingham, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at 817 25th St in the WWU neighborhood priced from $775. Gateway Lofts in the Puget neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bellingham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 817 25th St | Room | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Gateway Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| Stanford Apartments | McKenzie up, small K | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Woodrose Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Village on the Green Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Dex | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| New England Apartments | All Units Reserved | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Fairhaven Plaza | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,454 |
| The Sandpiper | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bellingham, WA
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bellingham area is the $1.93 price per square foot 46-18: Cedar Grove Apartments - A301 Model at 1300 Telegraph Rd. in the in the Guide Meridian neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Bellingham apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Tremezzo North starting at $2,100 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Guide Meridian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bellingham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1300 Telegraph Rd. | 46-18: Cedar Grove Apartments - A301 | 3BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Tremezzo North | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Regency Park | 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Stateside | 4x2 D2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Spring Creek Apartments | 3A | 3BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| The Calypso at Samish Hill | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Meadows | Two Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Edgemont | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Village Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Heather Commons | 2 Bed, 1 Bath B60 - Commons I | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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Bellingham Overview
Bellingham, WA is a gorgeous coastal city located between Seattle and Vancouver in the Pacific Northwest. The availability of Bellingham apartments is plentiful with many different communities to choose from. It’s near a large college, so the youthful spirit of the town comes through with all kinds of activities for people that love the outdoors to do. The vibe is artsy and free spirited, but is also a nice place to raise a family.
Why live in Bellingham, WA?
Living in any of the ideal Bellingham apartments is going to put you in a location you will love. The city is very bike-friendly with many different outdoor activities to enjoy along Bellingham Bay. There are also gorgeous mountains to hike, like the Chuckanut Mountains along the Skagit Valley. The population of college students that live in the city is big so rent tends to be more affordable than in a city like Seattle.
Bellingham, WAPopulation: 90,665
Ranked #366
in US Census Population by City
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Ranked #232
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
64 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bellingham Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bellingham?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bellingham is under $1,475.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bellingham?
The cheapest apartment in Bellingham is 817 25th St which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Bellingham costs $4,904.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bellingham?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 227 regular apartments in Bellingham that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bellingham?
Cheap apartments in Bellingham have an average cost of $524 which is $4,380 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bellingham.
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