Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairhaven Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA from $500 (18 Rentals)
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3407 Consolidation Ave, Unit 101

Stanford Apartments
Fairhaven, Bellingham, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairhaven?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fairhaven Studio Apartments | $1,545 | $1,345 | $1,828 |
Fairhaven 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $1,175 | $2,815 |
Fairhaven 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,004 | $1,590 | $3,250 |
Fairhaven 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,344 | $800 | $3,150 |
Fairhaven 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $800 | $3,450 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairhaven Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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Cheapest Available Fairhaven Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairhaven area of Bellingham, WA is a 4 Beds unit found at Taylor Heights priced from $825. Stanford Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Fairhaven apartments for rent in Bellingham, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Taylor Heights | 4x2 - By the Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $825 |
Stanford Apartments | McKenzie up, small K | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
The Dex | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Bell Mall Villa 2 | 1x1 Deluxe Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Fairhaven Plaza | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,454 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairhaven, WA
As of March 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairhaven area is the $2.19 price per square foot D Model at Padden Creek in the in the South Bellingham neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Fairhaven apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Heron's Nest Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the WWU neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairhaven apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Padden Creek | D | 3BR,2BA | $2.19 |
Heron's Nest Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
University Heights | 4x2 - By the Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.76 |
Samish Flats Luxury Apartment Homes! | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.99 |
Briarwood Apartments | 2 BD/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
Fairhaven Park | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
The U | 3x2 - By the Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Monterra Apartments | Renovated 2-Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Kendal Court Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Viking Gardens | 3x2 - By the Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFairhaven, Bellingham, WA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Fairhaven, Bellingham, WA
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Getting Around the Fairhaven Neighborhood in Bellingham, WA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
37 / 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 Fairhaven Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairhaven?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairhaven is at The Dex listed at $1,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairhaven Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairhaven Apartment is $1,300 at Stanford Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairhaven Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairhaven is starting from $1,700 at Kendal Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Fairhaven Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fairhaven Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Heron's Nest Apartments and starts from $1,850.
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