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620 Lincoln StBellingham, WA 98229
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3428 W McLeod RdBellingham, WA 98225
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100 W Laurel StBellingham, WA 98225
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3716 Home RdBellingham, WA 98225
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194 E Bakerview RdBellingham, WA 98225
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512 Sterling DrBellingham, WA 98226
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1800 Texas StBellingham, WA 98229
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3815 Elwood AveBellingham, WA 98229
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1118 N Forest StBellingham, WA 98225
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202 E Holly StBellingham, WA 98225
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3451 Woburn StBellingham, WA 98226
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3131 Ferry AveBellingham, WA 98225
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1810 Texas StBellingham, WA 98229
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3615 Bennett DrBellingham, WA 98225
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3353 Racine StBellingham, WA 98226
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1025-1031 23rd StBellingham, WA 98225
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1016-1020 24th StBellingham, WA 98225
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1225 Railroad AveBellingham, WA 98225
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112 E Maple StBellingham, WA 98225
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611 Paloma LnBellingham, WA 98226
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126 Ashley StBellingham, WA 98229
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1034 24th StBellingham, WA 98225
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bellingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Bellingham Studio Apartments | $1,566 | $1,250 | $2,509 |
| Cheap Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,756 | $1,251 | $4,980 |
| Cheap Bellingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,018 | $850 | $3,761 |
| Cheap Bellingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $708 | $9,932 |
| Cheap Bellingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $700 | $3,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bellingham, WA
Pricing Updated: 03/10/2026Current apartment rentals in the Bellingham, WA area range in price from $691 to $9,932 with an overall median price of $5,091. The three Bellingham neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Birchwood at $1,350, Guide Meridian at $1,315, and Meridian at $1,315. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bellingham Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Birchwood | $2,400 | $1,350 | 15 |
| Guide Meridian | $3,800 | $1,315 | 109 |
| Meridian | $3,800 | $1,315 | 100 |
| Mount Baker | $3,812 | $1,250 | 61 |
| Roosevelt | $3,925 | $1,250 | 24 |
| Sunnyland | $3,925 | $1,250 | 18 |
| Silver Beach | $5,160 | $1,250 | 19 |
| Sehome | $5,600 | $691 | 74 |
| South Hill | $5,600 | $691 | 57 |
| Edgemoor | $5,700 | $691 | 76 |
Cheapest Available Bellingham Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Bellingham, WA is a 4 Beds unit found at Taylor Heights in the WWU neighborhood priced from $795. Forest Hill Apartments in the WWU neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $845. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bellingham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Taylor Heights | 4x2 - By the Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $795 |
| Forest Hill Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1BA | $845 |
| Gateway Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Woodrose Apartments | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Stanford Apartments | McKenzie up, small K | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Harvard Suites | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Calypso at Samish Hill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Driftwell on Old Fairhaven | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,454 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bellingham, WA
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bellingham area is the $1.61 price per square foot 352 E. Bakerview Road - Type 2 Model at New Construction Luxury Townhomes - 352 E. Bakerview Road in the in the Guide Meridian neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Bellingham apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at Forest Hill Apartments starting at $845 with a $0.56 price per square foot in the WWU neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bellingham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| New Construction Luxury Townhomes - 352 E. Bakerview Road | 352 E. Bakerview Road - Type 2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
| Forest Hill Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.56 |
| Blueberry Tri-Plex | 3BR/3.0BA | 3BR,3BA | $1.68 |
| The Wilder | D4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.67 |
| Samish Flats Luxury Apartment Homes! | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Tremezzo North | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| University Heights | 4x2 - By the Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.66 |
| Edgemont | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath with Washer Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The U | 3x2 - By the Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Viking Gardens | 3x2 - By the Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bellingham Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bellingham?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bellingham is under $1,454.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bellingham?
The cheapest apartment in Bellingham is Woodrose Apartments which is listed at $1,220, while the average apartment in Bellingham costs $5,091.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bellingham?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 406 regular apartments in Bellingham that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bellingham?
Cheap apartments in Bellingham have an average cost of $553 which is $4,538 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bellingham.
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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.