Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Samish Hill Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA from $500 (13 Rentals)

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The Millworks
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Millworks

100 W Laurel StBellingham, WA 98225
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Sky View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sky View Apartments

1800 Texas StBellingham, WA 98229
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Gateway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Apartments

230-250 32nd StBellingham, WA 98225
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Park Ridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Ridge Apartments

1810 Texas StBellingham, WA 98229
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MARKETplace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

MARKETplace

1225 Railroad AveBellingham, WA 98225
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South Campus Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

South Campus Place

2600 Douglas AveBellingham, WA 98225

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Morse Landing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Morse Landing

112 E Maple StBellingham, WA 98225

Samish Hill, Bellingham, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Samish Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Samish Hill area of Bellingham, WA is a 2 Beds unit found at Viking Gardens priced from $725. Taylor Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Samish Hill apartments for rent in Bellingham, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Viking Gardens2x2 - By the bedroom2BR,2BA$725
Taylor Heights4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$795
Forest Hill Apartments3x1.53BR,1BA$825
University Heights2x2 - By the Bedroom2BR,2BA$850
Bell Mall Villa 21x1 Deluxe Renovated1BR,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Samish Hill, WA

As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Samish Hill area is the $0.55 price per square foot 3x1.5 Model at Forest Hill Apartments in the in the WWU neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Samish Hill apartment is the 3BR/3.0BA Model at Blueberry Tri-Plex starting at $2,495 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Puget neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Samish Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forest Hill Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$0.55
Blueberry Tri-Plex3BR/3.0BA3BR,3BA$1.68
Stateside4x2 D24BR,2BA$0.69
University Heights4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.66
The Calypso at Samish Hill2x22BR,2BA$1.96
1724 Texas St, Unit #2011724 Texas St2BR,2BA$1.82
The WilderB12BR,2BA$1.02
Viking SuitesType C- 3 BD3BR,2BA$2.02
The U3x2 - By the Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.98
Viking Gardens3x2 - By the Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Samish Hill, Bellingham, WA

Ranked #11

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Samish Hill Neighborhood in Bellingham, WA

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Samish Hill Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Samish Hill?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Samish Hill is under $1,695.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Samish Hill?

The cheapest apartment in Samish Hill is Bell Mall Villa 2 which is listed at $1,450, while the average apartment in Samish Hill costs $4,900.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Samish Hill?

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 35 regular apartments in Samish Hill 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 Samish Hill?

Cheap apartments in Samish Hill have an average cost of $325 which is $4,575 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Samish Hill.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.