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2401 Taylor Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225
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The U

2401 Taylor Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 685-1764
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  • 3–4 Bedrooms
  • $828 Pricing
  • 800–1,100 Square Feet

Rent Specials

Lowered prices, no gimmicks!~~We just lowered prices on every floor plan - no gimmicks, no fine print. Grab the best value in town before it's gone!

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About The U

Newly remodeled and just a 5-minute walk to Western Washington University! We just lowered prices on every floor plan - no gimmicks, no fine print. Grab the best value in town before it's gone!

The U is located in the Happy Valley Neighborhood and 98225 Zip code of Bellingham, WA. This community is professionally managed by PTLA Property Management

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 5 Minute Walk From Management Office
  • 5 Minute walk to campus
  • Individual Leases
  • Monthly Resident Events
  • Private bedrooms
  • Resident Portal
  • Self-Cleaning Ovens

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Property Contact Info

Call Us:
(360) 685-1764

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The U offers 3 to 4 Bedroom apartments starting from $828 and having 800–1,100 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 3 Bedrooms

    3x2 - By the Bedroom

    $955

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 800 sq ft
    Available Sep 16

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnit
    $955/person September 16, 2026Private

    Unit Private Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • 5 Minute walk to campus
    • Individual Leases
    • Private bedrooms
    • Self-Cleaning Ovens

    Unit Private Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $955

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $955

  • 4 Bedrooms

    4x2 - By the Bedroom

    4 Beds, 2 Baths, 1100 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $828Call for Availability4x2 - By the Bedroom1100 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • 5 Minute walk to campus
    • Individual Leases
    • Private bedrooms
    • Self-Cleaning Ovens

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $828
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 61 Units
  • 4 Stories
  • Built in 1993

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo
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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

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Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$50.00
Application FeeiCharged Per Applicant.$50.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 1. Charged Per Pet.$15.00
35 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions:

300.00 NonRefundable

Comments:

Max of 1. 300.00 NonRefundable.

Dog
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 1. Charged Per Pet.$15.00
50 lbs. Weight Limit
Comments:

Max of 1.

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • 5 Minute Walk From Management Office
  • 5 Minute walk to campus
  • Individual Leases
  • Monthly Resident Events
  • Private bedrooms
  • Resident Portal
  • Self-Cleaning Ovens

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Business Center
  • Walk Up

Recreation and Fitness

  • Walking/Biking Trails

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Wi Fi

Kitchen Amenities

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Office

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Student Features

  • Roommate Matching
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2401 Taylor Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225
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Getting Around

  • 50 / 100 Fairly walkable

    Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 40 / 100 Some public transit

    Transit is available for most trips

  • 60 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 80 / 100 Very car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 70 / 100 Restaurants

    Variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Cafes

    Variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Nightlife

    Several bars within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Noise Level

    Virtually no sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about The U

Where is The U located?

The U is located at 2401 Taylor Ave near the Happy Valley area of Bellingham, WA

What is the current rent range at The U?

3 Bedroom to 4 Bedroom Apartments at The U currently range from $828 to $955

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The U are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at The U is: Lowered prices, no gimmicks!~~We just lowered prices on every floor plan - no gimmicks, no fine print. Grab the best value in town before it's gone!.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The The U Apartments are 65.7% cheaper than the average apartment in the Happy Valley area.

    Rent Comparison to the Happy Valley Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    3 Bedroom$955$2,330-$1,375-59.0%
    4 Bedroom$828$2,997-$2,169-72.4%

    Methodology: On 08/22/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 46 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The U (Happy Valley) using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 08/22/2026

  • Outdoors 3.0

    The Outdoors rating shows the apartment listings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com with the top amenities and features for renters who love the outdoor lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.0-star Outdoors rating is based on the following features:

    • Walking/Biking Trails
    • Balconies
    • Patios
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Renters Reviews and Ratings

1.0
2 Renters Reviews

Absolutely terrible

July 21, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com
This was the worst apartment I ever lived at. Everything was very old and dated and practically falling apart. Management was very poor and maintenace requests always took weeks.

Property Manager Responded

August 30, 2022
Thank you for sharing your candid experience with us. We value your feedback and have provided your comments to our team. We strive to complete work orders within 2 days, so I am sorry to hear that something caused delay for you. Please reach our customer care team at customerservice@plpinc.net if there is anything more we can help with.

Terrible management

August 8, 2021 - Review from Apartments.com
The entire time I lived here I couldn’t get management to call or email me back for any reason. I couldn’t get my mail key for several months after moving in and when I was trying to move out there were many issues. One person told me I could stay until the 30th, another person told me I had to be out the 15th, and I never got ahold of anyone to return the key and have them do a walk through. I called 4 times, sent several emails, submitted forms on the website, texted management, and went to ...
their offices which were always closed. I wouldn’t recommend living here to anyone. The convenience of living close to western is not worth the inconvenience of living here. Besides that, the walls are thin & it’s overpriced for the area.
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Property Manager Responded

August 18, 2021
Hi Allan, this is Kailey with Customer Service. We strive to offer outstanding service and value with every single interaction. We apologize if we missed the mark, but we’re always grateful for feedback. I see you left this same sentiment on several review sites. We do have a team in place now and look forward to being able to be more responsive to our residents needs. Please consider contacting our Customer Service department directly to try and resolve any outstanding issues you may have. We can be reached at customerservice@plpinc.net or via phone at 425-287-7438. Thanks and take care.

Nearby Schools

Sehome High School

Bellingham Public Schools
2700 Bill McDonald Parkway
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1163 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
9/10

Happy Valley Elementary School

Bellingham Public Schools
1041 24th Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (450 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
6/10

Fairhaven Middle School

Bellingham Public Schools
110 Parkridge Road
Public School - Grades 6-8 (576 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The U.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

125 S Samish Way
2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

Lowe's

1050 E Sunset Dr
6 minute drive / 3.08 miles away

Jcpenney

10 Bellis Fair Pky
8 minute drive / 3.79 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Western Washington University

516 High St
1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away

Bellingham Technical College - Main Campus

3028 Linbergh Ave
5 minute drive / 2.68 miles away

Whatcom Community College - Main Campus

237 W Kellogg Rd
9 minute drive / 4.55 miles away

Groceries

Fred Meyer

1225 W Bakerview Rd
8 minute drive / 4.16 miles away

Grocery Outlet

1750 Labounty Dr
19 minute drive / 8.92 miles away

Hospitals

St. Joseph Hospital

2901 Squalicum Parkway
6 minute drive / 3.0 miles away

Shopping Centers

Viking Plaza

505 32nd St
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

Sehome Village

210-404 36th St
2 minute drive / 0.84 miles away

The Village on Samish Way

102-104 S Samish Way
2 minute drive / 0.96 miles away

The U has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Bellingham Studio Apartments $1,526$1,175$2,526
Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,755$800$2,941
Bellingham 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,128$850$4,209
Bellingham 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,352$900$3,025
Bellingham 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,127$700$10,000+
2 Bedroom Homes$2,234$1,650$3,395
3 Bedroom Homes$2,799$2,150$5,500
4 Bedroom Homes$3,184$2,500$4,000
5 Bedroom Homes$3,760$3,450$4,600
6 Bedroom Homes$3,996$3,495$4,850
7 Bedroom Homes$4,621$4,295$4,900

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