
Cheap Homes for Rent in Whatcom County, WA from $800 (35 Rentals)
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1338 Orleans St, Unit 1

8844 Depot Rd

6151 Shamrock Rd

2439 Moore St

117 Drayton St

8 Autumn Vista Place
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307 14th St

6474 Little Big Horn Rd

221 Morton St

2007 Aaron Dr

2040 Andress Ln

2431 E 66th Terrace
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2524 Meridian St

7396 Birch Bay Dr

7714 Birch Bay Dr

1335 Main St

236 W Maberry Dr

541 Colton Ln

1015 Railroad Ave, Unit 412

1579 Harbor Seal Dr
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2100 E Illinois St, Unit 2100 E Illinois St

669 E Badger Rd

311 E Main St

5895 Cedar St

5863 Cedar Street, Unit 103

1305 Boon St

1209 Euclid Ave

6 Sugarpine Pl
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263 W Bakerview Rd, Unit 404

2282 Brome St

2261 Currant St

2284 Brome St

2286 Brome St

8482 Cedar Way
Whatcom County, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Whatcom County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Whatcom County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,945 | $900 | $2,625 |
Whatcom County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,735 | $1,795 | $5,000 |
Whatcom County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,213 | $2,595 | $4,500 |
Whatcom County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,572 | $3,000 | $3,950 |
Whatcom County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,796 | $4,150 | $5,490 |
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Cheapest Available Whatcom County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Whatcom County, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Calypso at Samish Hill in the WWU neighborhood priced from $895. Stanford Apartments in the WWU neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Whatcom County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Calypso at Samish Hill | Room for Rent | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Stanford Apartments | McKenzie up, small K | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Village on the Green | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Fairhaven Plaza | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,408 |
Sunset Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Park View Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,459 |
Woodrose Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,464 |
Monterra Apartments | 1-Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
BARKLEY APARTMENTS | 0x1 A | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Whatcom County, WA
As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Whatcom County area is the $1.56 price per square foot Aspen Model at Alpengrove in the in the Guide Meridian neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Whatcom County apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at Forest Hill Apartments starting at $2,495 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the WWU neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Whatcom County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Alpengrove | Aspen | 4BR,4BA | $1.56 |
Forest Hill Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
Blueberry Tri-Plex | 4BR/3.0BA | 4BR,3BA | $1.69 |
Tremezzo North | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
Old Mill Village | Whatcom | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
Depot Estates | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
Regency Park | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Lion Head | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Depot Villas | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
Stateside | 3x1.5 C1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Whatcom County
What type of rentals are currently available in Whatcom County?
There are currently 411 Apartments for Rent in Whatcom County, WA with pricing that ranges from $691 to $4,900. There are also 131 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Whatcom County ranging from $800 to $5,490.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Whatcom County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Whatcom County ranges from $800 to $5,490 with an average monthly rent of $2,988.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Whatcom County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Whatcom County range from $708 to $3,595, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $700.
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