
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Bellingham, WA (140 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Bellingham that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Madrona

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Kerf Apartments

Tull Road Townhomes

135 & 139 Prince Ave – Benjamin Court

Celestia

Blair Park
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The Weatherby

Opera House

1200/1210 Billy Frank Jr St.

Sky Vue

Barkley

Parkside

Driftwell on Old Fairhaven

Crescent

Park View Village

The Wilder
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Old Mill Village

Bell Mall Villa 2

Sunset Terrace

Viking Gardens

The U

University Heights

Taylor Heights

Alpengrove

Cedar Grove
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Baker Vista Apartments

Mahogany Manor

Samish Station 1 & 2

Stateside

Affinity at Bellingham 55+

Edgemont

2 & 3 Bedroom ~ Briarwood Apartments

Padden Creek

Regency Park

Spring Creek Apartments
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The Calypso at Samish Hill

The Village Apartments

Orca 2 Apartments

Boardwalk Apartments

3408-3412 Northwest Ave

Kendal Court

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Monterra Apartments

Harvard Suites

Viking View
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellingham Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $1,528 | $1,250 | $2,526 |
| Bellingham Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,733 | $800 | $2,941 |
| Bellingham Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $850 | $4,822 |
| Bellingham Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,355 | $900 | $3,025 |
| Bellingham Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,171 | $700 | $10,000+ |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Bellingham, WA
There are currently 1952 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Bellingham, WA area.The three Bellingham neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are Puget, North Bellingham, and Samish Hill. Here is today’s list of the top 10 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Bellingham Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puget | 4/4 | 207 | $1,800 |
| North Bellingham | 4/4 | 196 | $1,850 |
| Samish Hill | 4/4 | 185 | $1,795 |
| Fairhaven | 4/4 | 172 | $1,795 |
| WWU | 4/4 | 170 | $1,775 |
| Samish | 4/4 | 97 | $1,795 |
| Happy Valley | 4/4 | 80 | $1,850 |
| South Bellingham | 3.5/4 | 73 | $1,796 |
| Downtown Bellingham | 3/4 | 148 | $1,750 |
| Sehome | 3/4 | 146 | $1,750 |
Pet Friendliest Bellingham Apartments for Rent
The Bellingham Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Park Place Apartments in the North Bellingham neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Affinity at Bellingham 55+ in the North Bellingham neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Bellingham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Apartments | 4/4 | North Bellingham | $1,495 |
| Affinity at Bellingham 55+ | 4/4 | North Bellingham | $2,389 |
| Ironworks at Old Town | 4/4 | Downtown Bellingham | $1,550 |
| The Dex | 3.8/4 | Samish Hill | $1,900 |
| Sky Vue | 3.8/4 | Samish Hill | $995 |
| Padden Creek | 3.6/4 | Fairhaven | $1,950 |
| Sunset Terrace | 3.6/4 | North Bellingham | $1,500 |
| Mahogany Manor | 3.6/4 | North Bellingham | $1,499 |
| The Calypso at Samish Hill | 3.6/4 | Samish Hill | $1,395 |
| Samish Station 1 & 2 | 3.4/4 | Samish Hill | $1,350 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Bellingham, WA
The lowest priced Bellingham apartment at a property that allows pets is the Studio Studio Model at The Calypso at Samish Hill in the WWU neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second cheapest Bellingham Pet Friendly apartment is the Open 1 ( Studio + Den) Model at Park Place Apartments, which is a Studio starting at $1,495 in the Birchwood neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Bellingham apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Calypso at Samish Hill | Studio | $1,395 |
| Park Place Apartments | Open 1 ( Studio + Den) | $1,495 |
| Sunset Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,500 |
| Ironworks at Old Town | Studio/1 Bath | $1,550 |
| Park View Village | Studio | $1,605 |
| The Weatherby | 1 Bed/1 Bath | $1,650 |
| Old Mill Village | Aspen | $1,750 |
| The Dex | 2 x 2 | $1,900 |
| Padden Creek | A | $1,950 |
| Affinity at Bellingham 55+ | 1x1 - B1 | $2,595 |
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Bellingham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Bellingham?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Bellingham is at Viking Gardens listed at $700.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Bellingham Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Bellingham is $2,050.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Bellingham Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Bellingham is a 2,193 square feet unit starting from $769 at Stateside.
What is the average size for Bellingham Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Bellingham is currently at 670 sq ft.
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