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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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$1,575

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2725 Peabody St

BellinghamWA98225
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Kerf Apartments
$1,703 - $2,765
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Built in 2024Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Kerf Apartments

208 N Samish WayBellingham, WA 98225
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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The Millworks
Built in 20241 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Millworks

100 W Laurel StBellingham, WA 98225
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Echo Flats
Built in 2017Studio Apartments

Echo Flats

194 E Bakerview RdBellingham, WA 98225
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Calypso North
Built in 2021Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Calypso North

3815 Elwood AveBellingham, WA 98229
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Fairhaven Harbor
Built in 2019Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairhaven Harbor

800-815 Harris AveBellingham, WA 98225
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Maritime Heritage
Built in 2023Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maritime Heritage

1818 D StBellingham, WA 98225
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Condor
Built in 2016Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Condor

203 E Laurel StBellingham, WA 98225
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1809 E Sunset Dr
Built in 20251 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1809 E Sunset Dr

1809 E Sunset DrBellingham, WA 98226
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1100 N. Forest Street
Built in 20231 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1100 N. Forest Street

1100 N Forest StBellingham, WA 98225
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Prince Avenue Apartments
Built in 20201 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Prince Avenue Apartments

221 Prince AveBellingham, WA 98226
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Eliza
Built in 20191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eliza

525 Darby DrBellingham, WA 98226
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500 Square
Built in 20222 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

500 Square

500-512 32nd StBellingham, WA 98225
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40 Bellwether
Built in 20251 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

40 Bellwether

40 Bellwether WayBellingham, WA 98225

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $1,395.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bellingham?

The cheapest apartment in Bellingham is Skyview Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Bellingham costs $4,147.

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 355 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 $543 which is $3,604 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bellingham.

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.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.