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University Hills
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University Hills

808 21st StBellingham, WA 98225
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Purnell
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Purnell

2603 Elm StBellingham, WA 98225
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2411 Yew St
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2411 Yew St

2411 Yew StBellingham, WA 98229

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The Edge
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The Edge

950-970 Lincoln StBellingham, WA 98229
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1011 23rd St
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1011 23rd St

1011 23rd StBellingham, WA 98225
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1024 22nd St
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1024 22nd St

1024 22nd StBellingham, WA 98225
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2624 Racine
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2624 Racine

2624 RacineBellingham, WA 98226
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705 32nd St
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705 32nd St

705 32nd StBellingham, WA 98225
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2709 Moore St
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2709 Moore St

2709 Moore StBellingham, WA 98226
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1420 Lakeway Dr
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1420 Lakeway Dr

1420 Lakeway DrBellingham, WA 98229
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Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: December 10, 2025

There are currently 187 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Bellingham, WA that range in price from $1,300 to $2,601. Guide Meridian, Meridian and Fairhaven 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
Guide Meridian20$1,767$1,420
Meridian19$1,937$1,425
Fairhaven18$1,615$1,300
Edgemoor13$1,669$1,300
Happy Valley13$1,643$1,300
Puget13$1,578$1,300
South Bellingham13$1,669$1,300
WWU13$1,500$1,300
Samish11$1,454$1,300
Samish Hill8$1,615$1,395

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. Sunset Terrace in the Mount Baker neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 725 square feet and currently listed start at $1,450. 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
Sunset Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath725 Sq Ft$1,450
Padden CreekOne Bedroom ADA720 Sq Ft$1,950
Sophia Place Apartments1BR/1.0BA659 Sq Ft$1,700
The Village Apartments1 Bedroom636 Sq Ft$1,395
The Meadows at June Road1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom626 Sq Ft$1,750
Barkley1 Bed, 1 Bath A6622 Sq Ft$1,779
Crescent1 Bed, 1 Bath B621 Sq Ft$1,896
Fairhaven Plaza1 Bed, 1 Bath572 Sq Ft$1,779

Cheapest Available Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 10, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bellingham, WA is the McKenzie up, small K Model starting from $1,300 at Stanford Apartments in the WWU neighborhood. The second most affordable Bellingham 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at The Village Apartments starting at $1,395 in the Birchwood neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Bellingham is currently $1,715. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Bellingham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Stanford ApartmentsMcKenzie up, small K$1,300
The Village Apartments1 Bedroom$1,395
Village on the GreenOne Bedroom One Bath$1,400
Sunset Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath$1,450
Barkley1 Bed, 1 Bath A3$1,471
Monterra Apartments1-Bedroom Apartment$1,540
Kerf ApartmentsOpen 1x1$1,615
Sophia Place Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,700
The Meadows at June Road1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$1,750
Padden CreekA$1,750

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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 #111

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

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 Stanford Apartments listed at $1,300.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Bellingham is $1,715.

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 0 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.