Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bellingham Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA from $700 (50 Rentals)

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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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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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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Gateway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Apartments

230-250 32nd StBellingham, WA 98225

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Rhododendron Court
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rhododendron Court

1016-1020 24th StBellingham, WA 98225
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Sea Home View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Home View

3010 Ferry AveBellingham, WA 98225
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Fairhaven Harbor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairhaven Harbor

800-815 Harris AveBellingham, WA 98225
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Arise Bellingham
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arise Bellingham

621 32nd StBellingham, WA 98225
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Fairhaven Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairhaven Park

1900 20th StBellingham, WA 98225
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SOCA Townhomes
2 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

SOCA Townhomes

2001-2005 Knox AveBellingham, WA 98225
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South Haven
4 Bedroom Apartments

South Haven

2225 Knox AveBellingham, WA 98225

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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500 Square
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

500 Square

500-512 32nd StBellingham, WA 98225
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2220 & 2240 Douglas
2 Bedroom Apartments

2220 & 2240 Douglas

2220-2240 Douglas AveBellingham, WA 98225
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Broadway Apartments
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Broadway Apartments

524 32nd StBellingham, WA 98225
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Solstice at Bellingham
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Solstice at Bellingham

2818 Old Fairhaven PkyBellingham, WA 98225
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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South Bellingham, Bellingham, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Bellingham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Bellingham area of Bellingham, WA is a 4 Beds unit found at Taylor Heights priced from $795. Stanford Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable South Bellingham apartments for rent in Bellingham, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Taylor Heights4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$795
Stanford ApartmentsMcKenzie up, small K1BR,1BA$1,300
Timberline Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,325
The Calypso at Samish HillStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
Bell Mall Villa 21x1 Deluxe Renovated1BR,1BA$1,483
Opera HouseStudioStudio,1BA$1,525
Fairhaven Park1X11BR,1BA$1,685
Heather RidgeHeather Ridge 2BD / 875 sf2BR,1BA$1,775
Kendal Court2/1 w/Patio & Fenced Patio2BR,1BA$1,795
Inglewood Apartments2-Bed 1-Bath Apartment Renovated2BR,1BA$1,823

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bellingham, WA

As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Bellingham area is the $2.15 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at New York Apartments in the in the WWU neighborhood starting from $2,580. The second greatest value South Bellingham apartment is the 4x2 - By the Bedroom Model at The U starting at $773 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the WWU neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Bellingham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
New York Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.15
The U4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.70
University Heights4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.74
Viking Gardens4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.75
Heather Ridge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.09
Driftwell on Old Fairhaven1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.25
Inglewood Apartments2-Bed 1-Bath Apartment Renovated2BR,1BA$2.28
Monterra Apartments2-Bedroom Apartment - R2BR,1BA$2.30
Kendal Court2/1 No Patio2BR,1BA$2.29
Timberline Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.12

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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South Bellingham, Bellingham, WA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Bellingham Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Bellingham?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Bellingham is under $1,823.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Bellingham?

The cheapest apartment in South Bellingham is Stanford Apartments which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in South Bellingham costs $3,060.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Bellingham?

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 5 regular apartments in South Bellingham that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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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.