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Cheapest Available Whatcom County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Whatcom County, WA is a 2 Beds unit found at Viking Gardens in the WWU neighborhood priced from $725. Taylor Heights in the WWU neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Whatcom County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Viking Gardens2x2 - By the bedroom2BR,2BA$725
Taylor Heights4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$795
Forest Hill Apartments3x1.53BR,1BA$845
University Heights2x2 - By the Bedroom2BR,2BA$850
3163 Studio LnStudioStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Whatcom County, WA

As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Whatcom County area is the $0.56 price per square foot 3x1.5 Model at Forest Hill Apartments in the in the WWU neighborhood starting from $845. The second greatest value Whatcom County 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 Whatcom County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forest Hill Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$0.56
Blueberry Tri-Plex3BR/3.0BA3BR,3BA$1.68
Depot Estates3 Bed3BR,2BA$1.46
Tremezzo North3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.73
University Heights4x2 - By the Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.66
Depot Villas2 bed2BR,2BA$1.72
Park View Village2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.79
Regency Park2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.53
The U3x2 - By the Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.98
Viking Gardens3x2 - By the Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91

Frequently Asked Questions about Whatcom County

What type of rentals are currently available in Whatcom County?

There are currently 395 Apartments for Rent in Whatcom County, WA with pricing that ranges from $691 to $3,800. There are also 130 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Whatcom County ranging from $900 to $6,500.

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 $900 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,152.

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 $1,695 to $4,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $700.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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

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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.