Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bellingham, WA from $500(35 Rentals)

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The Millworks Apartments
from $5601 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Millworks

100 W Laurel StBellingham, WA 98225
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Suncourt Apartments
from $7101 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Suncourt Apartments

621 32nd StBellingham, WA 98225
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817 25th St Apartments
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from $7751 Bedroom Apartments

817 25th St

817 25th StBellingham, WA 98225
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1111 23rd St Apartments
from $800Studio Apartments

1111 23rd St

1111 23rd StBellingham, WA 98225
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GardenHome Apartments
from $825Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

GardenHome Apartments

3716 Home RdBellingham, WA 98225
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Village at Baker Creek Apartments
from $825Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Village at Baker Creek

3820-3972 Primrose LnBellingham, WA 98226
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Twin Pines Apartments
from $875Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Pines Apartments

611 Paloma LnBellingham, WA 98226
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South Campus Place Apartments
from $895Studio Apartments

South Campus Place

2600 Douglas AveBellingham, WA 98225
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Gateway Lofts Apartments
from $1,000Studio Apartments Available Now

Gateway Lofts

202 E Holly StBellingham, WA 98225
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Sky View Apartments
from $1,0001 Bedroom Apartments

Sky View Apartments

1800 Texas StBellingham, WA 98229
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Sunset Pond Apartments
from $1,1001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunset Pond Apartments

1101-1405 Woodstock WayBellingham, WA 98226
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Gateway Apartments
from $1,1501 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Apartments

230-250 32nd StBellingham, WA 98225
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Park Ridge Apartments
from $1,1951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Ridge Apartments

1810 Texas StBellingham, WA 98229
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Crimson Hills Apartments
from $1,2251 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crimson Hills Apartments

2100 Alabama StBellingham, WA 98229
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903-911 21st Street Apartments
from $1,245Studio Apartments

903-911 21st Street

907-911 21st StBellingham, WA 98225
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Alexandra Apartments
from $1,250Studio Apartments

Alexandra Apartments

2211 Douglas AveBellingham, WA 98225
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Heather Commons Apartments
from $1,2591 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Heather Commons

4163 Deemer RdBellingham, WA 98226
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Morse Landing Apartments
from $1,2851 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Morse Landing

112 E Maple StBellingham, WA 98225
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Timberline Apartments
from $1,2951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Timberline Apartments

3000 Bill McDonald PkyBellingham, WA 98225
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North Street Station Apartments
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from $1,300Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

North Street Station

2609 Meridian StBellingham, WA 98225
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1513 E St Apartments
from $1,300Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1513 E St Apartments

1513 E StBellingham, WA 98225
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Bellingham, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bellingham, WA

Pricing Updated: 11/29/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Bellingham, WA area range in price from $560 to $5,700 with an overall median price of $2,784. The three Bellingham neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sunnyland at $560, Roosevelt at $899, and Lettered Streets at $560. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bellingham Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Sunnyland$1,850$56044
Roosevelt$1,950$89945
Lettered Streets$2,283$56041
Silver Beach$2,388$1,00069
Civic Center$2,404$56069
Puget$2,404$560128
Samish$2,404$71082
Samish Hill$2,404$560113
Sehome$2,404$56084
South Hill$2,404$71365

Cheapest Available Bellingham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bellingham, WA is a 4 Beds unit found at Taylor Heights in the WWU neighborhood priced from $825. Gateway Lofts in the Puget neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bellingham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Taylor Heights4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$825
Gateway LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Regency Park1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,126
Woodrose Senior Affordable ApartmentsA71BR,1BA$1,187
Heather Commons1 Bed, 1 Bath A60 - Commons II1BR,1BA$1,259
MARKETplaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,260
Timberline Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,295
Elwood EdgeStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
North Street StationStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
Village on the Green Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$1,345

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bellingham, WA

As of November 29, 2024 the best value apartment in the Bellingham area is the $1.45 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Britton Loop Townhomes in the in the Mount Baker neighborhood starting from $1,999. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Britton Loop Townhomes2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.45
Tremezzo North3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.73
317 Gladstone St, Unit 317.5317 Gladstone St3BR,1BA$1.40
Heron's Nest Apartments3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.74
University Heights4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.67
Stateside3x1.5 C13BR,1.5BA$1.13
Viking Gardens4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.77
The U3x2 - By the Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.08
Sky Vue2x1.5 Standard Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.16
Regency Park1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.54

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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, WA
Population: 90,665

Ranked #366

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bellingham, WA

Ranked #128

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Bellingham, WA

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bellingham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bellingham?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bellingham is at Gateway Lofts listed at $1,000.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bellingham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bellingham Apartment is $1,126 at Regency Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bellingham Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bellingham is starting from $1,425 at Woodrose Senior Affordable Apartments.

What is the most affordable Bellingham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Bellingham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Regency Park and starts from $1,393.

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