
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Bellingham, WA (140 Rentals)


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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 |
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Bellingham Studio Apartments | $1,531 | $975 | $2,169 |
Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,786 | $1,300 | $2,601 |
Bellingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,245 | $995 | $3,500 |
Bellingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,457 | $787 | $4,500 |
Bellingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,951 | $730 | $3,800 |
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Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 29, 2025There are currently 116 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Bellingham, WA that range in price from $1,300 to $2,601. Puget, Mount Baker and Guide Meridian are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Bellingham with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Puget | 14 | $1,687 | $1,300 |
Mount Baker | 13 | $1,695 | $1,450 |
Guide Meridian | 12 | $1,845 | $1,350 |
Meridian | 12 | $1,922 | $1,350 |
Silver Beach | 11 | $1,702 | $1,450 |
Roosevelt | 10 | $1,685 | $1,450 |
Fairhaven | 6 | $1,670 | $1,300 |
Samish Hill | 5 | $1,650 | $1,402 |
WWU | 5 | $1,650 | $1,300 |
Downtown Bellingham | 4 | $1,650 | $1,402 |
Largest Available Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bellingham, WA is found at Blair Park in the WWU neighborhood and is 855 square feet priced from $2,325. The Weatherby in the Puget neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 798 square feet and currently listed start at $2,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Bellingham:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Blair Park | I | 855 Sq Ft | $2,325 |
The Weatherby | 1 Bed + Den/2 Bath | 798 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
Park Place Apartments | 1Bd/1Ba+Den | 796 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
Opera House | 1 Bedroom | 720 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
Crescent | 1 Bed, 1 Bath D | 678 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
Eliza | 1-Bed 1-Bath | 678 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
The Vantage - Bellingham's Premier Apartment Building | The Wonder 1 Bed 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
Sophia Place Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 585 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
Fairhaven Plaza | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 572 Sq Ft | $1,802 |
Sunset Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 0 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
Cheapest Available Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 29, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bellingham, WA is the 1 BR/1 BA Model starting from $1,425 at Village on the Green Apartments in the Birchwood neighborhood. The second most affordable Bellingham 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Sunset Terrace starting at $1,450 in the Mount Baker neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Bellingham is currently $1,786. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Bellingham:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Village on the Green Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | $1,425 |
Sunset Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,450 |
BARKLEY APARTMENTS | 1x1 B | $1,582 |
1300 Telegraph Rd. | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,600 |
Sophia Place Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,625 |
Kerf Apartments | Open 1x1 | $1,631 |
Old Mill Village | Fawn | $1,750 |
The Vantage - Bellingham's Premier Apartment Building | The Wonder 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,795 |
40 Bellwether Way | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $1,800 |
Fairhaven Plaza | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $1,802 |
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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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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
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 1 Bedroom Bellingham Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Bellingham with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Bellingham is at Village on the Green Apartments listed at $1,425.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Bellingham Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Bellingham is $1,786.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Bellingham Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Bellingham is a 855 square feet unit starting from $2,325 at Blair Park.
What is the average size for Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Bellingham is currently 619 sq ft.
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