Cheap Homes for Rent in Whatcom County, WA from $700 (37 Rentals)

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property at 5776 Nakat Way

5776 Nakat Way

BlaineWA98230

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121 Front St

LyndenWA98264

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Cheapest Available Whatcom County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Whatcom County, WA is a Studio unit found at The Calypso at Samish Hill in the WWU neighborhood priced from $1,270. Benjamin Court Apartments in the Guide Meridian neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Whatcom County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Calypso at Samish HillStudioStudio,1BA$1,270
Benjamin Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
Samish Station III0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395
Village on the Green Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$1,425
Sunset Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,450
Sophia Place Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,500
CrescentStudio AStudio,1BA$1,500
Heather Commons2 Bed, 1 Bath B60 - Commons I2BR,1BA$1,511
BARKLEY APARTMENTS0x1 AStudio,1BA$1,544

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Whatcom County, WA

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Whatcom County area is the $1.56 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at Depot Estates in the starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Whatcom County apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Tremezzo North starting at $2,100 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Guide Meridian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Whatcom County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Depot Estates3 Bed3BR,2BA$1.56
Tremezzo North3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.73
Depot Villas3 bed*3BR,2BA$1.77
Regency Park4 Bedroom, 2 Bath4BR,2BA$1.48
Stateside4x2 D24BR,2BA$0.84
Spring Creek Apartments2B2BR,2BA$2.08
The MeadowsTwo Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.84
Edgemont2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.79
Heather Ridge, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom ApartmentsHeather Ridge 2BD / 850sf2BR,1BA$2.12
Heather Commons2 Bed, 1 Bath B60 - Commons I2BR,1BA$1.82

Frequently Asked Questions about Whatcom County

What type of rentals are currently available in Whatcom County?

There are currently 410 Apartments for Rent in Whatcom County, WA with pricing that ranges from $691 to $5,410. There are also 123 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Whatcom County ranging from $750 to $5,350.

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 $750 to $5,350 with an average monthly rent of $3,045.

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 $4,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $700.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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Written by: Marie Brown

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