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817 25th StBellingham, WA 98225
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairhaven Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA from $500 (12 Rentals)
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Stanford Apartments
2001 Larrabee AveBellingham, WA 98225
910 Billy Frank Jr. St
BellinghamWA98225
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The Calypso at Samish Hill
3805 Elwood AveBellingham, WA 98229
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South Campus Place
2600 Douglas AveBellingham, WA 98225
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Fairhaven, Bellingham, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairhaven?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairhaven Studio Apartments | $1,484 | $1,275 | $1,828 |
| Fairhaven 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $775 | $2,800 |
| Fairhaven 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $1,133 | $3,500 |
| Fairhaven 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,253 | $810 | $2,970 |
| Fairhaven 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,824 | $800 | $3,900 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairhaven Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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Cheapest Available Fairhaven Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairhaven area of Bellingham, WA is a Studio unit found at The Sandpiper priced from $1,360. The Dex has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Fairhaven apartments for rent in Bellingham, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sandpiper | Studio/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,360 |
| The Dex | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Calypso at Samish Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| New England Apartments | All Units Reserved | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Fairhaven Plaza | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,454 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairhaven, WA
As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairhaven area is the $0.84 price per square foot 4x2 D2 Model at Stateside in the in the WWU neighborhood starting from $965. The second greatest value Fairhaven apartment is the 3-Bed 2-Bath Model at Harvard Suites starting at $2,630 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the WWU neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairhaven apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stateside | 4x2 D2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Harvard Suites | 3-Bed 2-Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Heather Ridge, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom Apartments | Heather Ridge 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| The Dex | 3 x 2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Kendal Court Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Rhododendron Court | 2-Bed 1-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Calypso at Samish Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 303 Elwood Ct, Unit 303 | 303 Elwood Ct | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Monterra Apartments | 1-Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Sky Vue | 3x1.5 Standard Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.96 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFairhaven, Bellingham, WA
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Fairhaven Neighborhood in Bellingham, WA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairhaven Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairhaven?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairhaven is under $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairhaven?
The cheapest apartment in Fairhaven is The Calypso at Samish Hill which is listed at $1,405, while the average apartment in Fairhaven costs $5,425.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairhaven?
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 13 regular apartments in Fairhaven 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 Fairhaven?
Cheap apartments in Fairhaven have an average cost of $577 which is $4,848 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairhaven.
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