Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Bellingham Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA from $500 (112 Rentals)

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property at 139 Prince Ave

$1,375 - $1,775

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Sep 10

139 Prince Ave

BellinghamWA98226
property at 919 E McLeod Rd

$1,500

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

919 E McLeod Rd

BellinghamWA98226
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Kerf Apartments
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$1,544 - $2,765
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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
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The Meadows
$1,750
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The Meadows

3428 W McLeod RdBellingham, WA 98225
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property at 109 Samish Way

$1,850 - $1,950

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 8

109 Samish Way

BellinghamWA98225

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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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North Bellingham, Bellingham, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Bellingham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Bellingham area of Bellingham, WA is a 3 Beds unit found at Forest Hill Apartments priced from $845. Robin's Nest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable North Bellingham apartments for rent in Bellingham, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Forest Hill Apartments3x1.53BR,1BA$845
Robin's NestStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
Gateway LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,225
Woodrose ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,341
The Village Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
The SandpiperStudio/1BAStudio,1BA$1,400
Maritime HeritageStudio (470-489sqft)Studio,1BA$1,425
Heather Commons2 Bed, 1 Bath B60 - Commons II2BR,1BA$1,464
Sophia Place Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,500
Sunset Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Bellingham, WA

As of June 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Bellingham area is the $1.93 price per square foot 2732 Eldridge Ave Model at 2732 Eldridge Ave in the in the Birchwood neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value North Bellingham apartment is the Luxury New-Construction Townhomes - ONE MONTH FREE Model at City Apartments starting at $2,495 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Guide Meridian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Bellingham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2732 Eldridge Ave2732 Eldridge Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.93
City ApartmentsLuxury New-Construction Townhomes - ONE MONTH FREE3BR,2.5BA$1.61
Forest Hill Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$0.56
Tull Road TownhomesTownhomes with assigned parking3BR,2.5BA$2.09
Stateside4x2 D24BR,2BA$0.69
Briarwood Apartments2 BD/2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.18
Barkley2 Bed, 1.75 Bath B32BR,1.75BA$2.25
Heather Commons2 Bed, 1 Bath B60 - Commons II2BR,1BA$1.76
Sunset Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.07
The Village Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.20

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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North Bellingham, Bellingham, WA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Bellingham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Bellingham?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Bellingham is at Robin's Nest listed at $1,195.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Bellingham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Bellingham Apartment is $1,341 at Woodrose Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Bellingham Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Bellingham is starting from $1,464 at Heather Commons.

What is the most affordable North Bellingham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap North Bellingham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Hill Apartments and starts from $845.

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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

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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.