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Village at Baker Creek
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Village at Baker Creek

3820-3972 Primrose LnBellingham, WA 98226
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Sky View Apartments
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Sky View Apartments

1800 Texas StBellingham, WA 98229
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Twin Pines Apartments

611 Paloma LnBellingham, WA 98226
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Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 14, 2025

There are currently 605 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Bellingham, WA that range in price from $775 to $2,800. Lettered Streets, Puget and Civic Center 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:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Lettered Streets42$1,695$1,402
Puget41$1,735$775
Civic Center39$1,687$1,250
Roosevelt38$1,695$1,402
Mount Baker37$1,695$1,495
Downtown Bellingham35$1,695$1,250
Fairhaven35$1,702$775
Sehome35$1,702$1,250
WWU35$1,697$775
Samish34$1,695$775

Largest Available Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bellingham, WA is found at Park Place Apartments in the Birchwood neighborhood and is 796 square feet priced from $1,995. The Weatherby in the Guide Meridian neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 711 square feet and currently listed start at $1,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Bellingham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Park Place Apartments1Bd/1Ba+Den796 Sq Ft$1,995
The Weatherby711 Sq Ft$1,995
Heather Commons1 Bed, 1 Bath A60 - Commons II659 Sq Ft$1,220
The Sandpiper1BR/1BA575 Sq Ft$1,475
Fairhaven Plaza1 Bed, 1 Bath572 Sq Ft$1,785
Village on the Green Apartments1 BR/1 BA570 Sq Ft$1,425
Park View Village1 Bed, 1 Bath481 Sq Ft$1,673
KerfOpen One Bedroom, One Bath470 Sq Ft$1,675

Cheapest Available Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 14, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bellingham, WA is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath A60 - Commons II Model starting from $1,220 at Heather Commons in the Guide Meridian neighborhood. The second most affordable Bellingham 1 Bedroom is the 1 BR/1 BA Model at Village on the Green Apartments starting at $1,425 in the Birchwood neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Bellingham is currently $1,740. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Bellingham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Heather Commons1 Bed, 1 Bath A60 - Commons II$1,220
Village on the Green Apartments1 BR/1 BA$1,425
The Sandpiper1BR/1BA$1,475
Monterra Apartments1-Bedroom Apartment$1,495
1300 Telegraph Rd.1 Beds, 1 Baths$1,600
Park View Village1 Bed, 1 Bath$1,673
KerfOpen One Bedroom, One Bath$1,675
Fairhaven Plaza1 Bed, 1 Bath$1,785
40 Bellwether Way1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$1,800
The Weatherby1 Bed/1 Bath$1,995

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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 #275

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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

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  • 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 Heather Commons listed at $1,220.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Bellingham Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Bellingham is $1,740.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Bellingham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Bellingham is a 796 square feet unit starting from $1,995 at Park Place Apartments.

What is the average size for Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Bellingham is currently 512 sq ft.

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