Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Hill Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA from $600 (2 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Hill area of Bellingham.
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South Hill, Bellingham, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent | 
|---|---|---|---|
| South Hill Studio Apartments | $1,699 | $1,599 | $1,850 | 
| South Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,330 | $1,300 | $1,420 | 
| South Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,829 | $725 | $3,500 | 
| South Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,481 | $708 | $2,500 | 
| South Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $989 | $700 | $3,200 | 
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Hill Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Hill, WA
As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the South 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 South Hill apartment is the 4x2 D2 Model at Stateside starting at $799 with a $0.69 price per square foot in the WWU neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.55 | 
| Stateside | 4x2 D2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.69 | 
| University Heights | 4x2 - By the Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.66 | 
| Waterview Place | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 | 
| Windsor Place Apartments | 3 Bed, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.26 | 
| 2220 & 2240 Douglas | 2-Bed 1-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 | 
| Heather Ridge, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom Apartments | Heather Ridge 2BD / 850sf | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 | 
| The Wilder | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 | 
| The U | 3x2 - By the Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 | 
| Viking Gardens | 3x2 - By the Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 | 
Getting Around the South Hill Neighborhood in Bellingham, WA
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
41 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Hill Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 South 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 South Hill?
Cheap apartments in South Hill have an average cost of $482 which is $3,118 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South 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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