Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairhaven Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA from $500 (73 Rentals)

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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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Kerf Apartments
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$1,557 - $2,765
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$1,557 - $2,765
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$1,557 - $2,765
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Kerf Apartments

208 N Samish WayBellingham, WA 98225
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property at 140 S Garden St

$1,700

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 20

140 S Garden St

BellinghamWA98225

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

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property at 109 Samish Way

$1,850 - $1,950

2 Bedroom Rentals

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109 Samish Way

BellinghamWA98225

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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property at 826 N Garden St

$2,222 - $2,333

3 Bedroom Rentals

Available Sep 5

826 N Garden St

BellinghamWA98225
property at 1019 Jersey St

$2,400 - $2,495

3 Bedroom Rentals

Available Sep 4

1019 Jersey St

BellinghamWA98225
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The Millworks
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Millworks

100 W Laurel StBellingham, WA 98225
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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1009 22nd St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1009 22nd St

1009 22nd StBellingham, WA 98225
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Calypso North
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Calypso North

3815 Elwood AveBellingham, WA 98229
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1118 N Forest
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1118 N Forest

1118 N Forest StBellingham, WA 98225
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Gateway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Apartments

230-250 32nd StBellingham, WA 98225
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Rhododendron Court
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rhododendron Court

1016-1020 24th StBellingham, WA 98225
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Turnstone
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Turnstone

1020 Railroad AveBellingham, WA 98225
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Shearwater
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shearwater

200 E Maple StBellingham, WA 98225
Student Housing

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

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Fairhaven, Bellingham, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairhaven Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairhaven area of Bellingham, WA is a 4 Beds unit found at Taylor Heights priced from $795. Forest Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Fairhaven apartments for rent in Bellingham, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Taylor Heights4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$795
Forest Hill Apartments3x1.53BR,1BA$845
Stanford ApartmentsMcKenzie up, small K1BR,1BA$1,300
The Calypso at Samish HillStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
Calypso North0x1Studio,1BA$1,395
The SandpiperStudio/1BAStudio,1BA$1,400
TurnstoneTurnstone - 310Studio,1BA$1,415
ShearwaterShearwater - 209Studio,1BA$1,420
CondorCondor - 306Studio,1BA$1,475
Opera HouseStudioStudio,1BA$1,525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairhaven, WA

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairhaven area is the $0.56 price per square foot 3x1.5 Model at Forest Hill Apartments in the in the WWU neighborhood starting from $845. The second greatest value Fairhaven apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at New York Apartments starting at $2,580 with a $2.15 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forest Hill Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$0.56
New York Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.15
Stateside4x2 D24BR,2BA$0.69
University Heights4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.74
The U4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.70
Driftwell on Old Fairhaven2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.08
Viking Gardens4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.75
Heather Ridge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.09
Inglewood Apartments2-Bed 1-Bath Apartment Renovated2BR,1BA$2.28
Monterra Apartments2-Bedroom Apartment - R2BR,1BA$2.30

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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Fairhaven, Bellingham, WA

Ranked #7

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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 $1,525.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairhaven?

The cheapest apartment in Fairhaven is Stanford Apartments which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in Fairhaven costs $4,995.

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 36 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 $469 which is $4,526 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairhaven.

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

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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.