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Creekside Villas 520
520 Tremont Avenue Bellingham, WA
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Creekside Villas 512
512 Tremont Avenue Bellingham, WA
2 BR | Nov. 26, 2024
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$1,675
4658 Wade #201
4658 Wade Street Bellingham, WA
2 BR | Feb. 20, 2025
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$1,395
2247 Woburn St
Bellingham, WA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,925
3243 3247 Partridge Ln
Bellingham, WA
3 BR | Available Now
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Birchwood
$5,250
514 E Myrtle St
Bellingham, WA
7 BR | Available Now
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$5,000
4 Bedroom Single Family Home In Bellingham
4820 Green Vis Way Bellingham, WA
4 BR | Available Now
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$2,295
Sp4252
4252 Spring Creek Ln Bellingham, WA
3 BR | Available Now
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$2,750
Beautifully Updated 3 Bed, 2 Bath Home In Barkley Neighborhood
3036 Barkley Grove Loop Bellingham, WA
3 BR | Available Now
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$2,650
2813 Erie St
Bellingham, WA
3 BR | Available Now
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Must See! 1221 Toledo St. #101
1221 Toledo St #101 Bellingham, WA
1 BR | Available Now
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Puget
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Available Now: This Spacious 3Brm Bath Rambler Near Whatcom Falls Park
2129 Erie St Bellingham, WA
3 BR | Available Now
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3-bedroom, 1-bathroom Home In The Heart Of Bellingham
1904 Mill Ave Bellingham, WA
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,650
2 Bed, 1 Bath In Roosevelt Neighborhood
Pacific St #2317 Bellingham, WA
2 BR | Available Now
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$2,895
1412 Sweetbay Dr
Bellingham, WA
3 BR | Available Now
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Available Now: 2 Bdrm/1 Bath House
2816 W Maplewood Ave Bellingham, WA
2 BR | Available Now
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2719 - 2723 West Maplewood Avenue
Bellingham, WA
2 BR | Available Now
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Charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Duplex
3429 Redwood Ave Bellingham, WA
3 BR | Available Now
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$4,300
4 Bed 3 Bath Beautiful Home
834 San Juan Blvd Bellingham, WA
4 BR | Available Now
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$1,600
2 Bedroom 1 Bath In Happy Valley Close To Wwu And Fairhaven
1126 22nd St Bellingham, WA
2 BR | Available Now
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2328 & 2330 Verona Street
Bellingham, WA
3 BR | Available Now
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$1,050
1409 Bradley Ln
Bellingham, WA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Charming 1 Bed, 1 Bath Condo In Orchard Terrace
901 N Frst #125 Bellingham, WA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,125
Bakerview Terrace
258 East Bakerview Road Bellingham, WA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,600
1920 Alabama St
Bellingham, WA
2 BR | Available Now
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Or917
917 Orchid Pl Bellingham, WA
2 BR | Available Now
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Spacious 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Close To Whatcm Falls Trails
2012 Erie St Bellingham, WA
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Move In Special Great Housing Very Close To Wwu--short Term Lease Available
225 N Forest St #2 Bellingham, WA
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1204 24th St
Bellingham, WA
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bellingham?

Bellingham Apartments
Bed Type Average Rent Range
Studio $1,400 $810 - $1,690
1BR $1,430 $830 - $2,160
2BR $1,800 $1,580 - $2,600
3BR $2,350 $1,710 - $3,170
4+BR $3,380 $1,100 - $5,400
Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments are available in Bellingham, WA on Rentable.co?

Rentable.co has over 7,471 apartments available in Bellingham.

What is the average rent for a studio apartment in Bellingham, WA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Bellingham is around $1,400 per month.

What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Bellingham, WA?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Bellingham is around $1,430 per month.

What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Bellingham, WA?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Bellingham is around $1,800 per month.

How expensive is it to rent an apartment in Bellingham, WA?

For a two-bedroom apartment in Bellingham, the average rent price is $1,800 per month, which is higher than the national average of $1,600 per month.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in Bellingham, WA?

Based on average rent prices in Bellingham, to afford a studio apartment you would need an annual household income of $56,000 to live comfortably.

Find a Bellingham Apartment

Bellingham is the furthest north city in the lower United States. Its proximity to Canada results in the city often enjoying a lot of tourist traffic as Canadian's come down to enjoy vacations or to shop at cheaper American prices. The city of 80,000 also provides its citizens with easy access to major cities like Vancouver and Seattle, making the location very appealing.

Western Washington University employs over 1,500 people in Bellingham, making it the second largest employer in the city. It also enrolls more than 15,000 students annually. The WWU Vikings are a member of NCAA Division II.

When to Search

Give yourself a good amount of time to look for an apartment in Bellingham, as the supply is often low. January through April is probably the best time of year to look for an apartment. The hardest time is no doubt September, when many WWU students have occupied the available rental housing.

Staying in the Know

When you want to rent a place in Bellingham, come with all of your supporting documentation with you when you meet landlords. That way, if you like the place you can fill out the application on the spot. Letters confirming school enrolment or employment, letters of reference and credit reports are all good items to have on hand.

Life in Bellingham

Transportation

Cars have their drawbacks in Bellingham, especially due to the price of parking at the University. The roads are also a bit of a confusing maze. However, bicycles are a great way to navigate the city, and the WTA also operates buses. There is also a water taxi for those who want to the San Juan Islands.

Where to play

Outdoor entertainment is a huge reason that people move to Bellingham, as there is nearby skiing, whale watching, fishing, and more. To enjoy local nightlife, the downtown district provides a lot of options within a short walk of each other. Typical of cities in the northwest, Bellingham has wholly embraced the craft beer movement. The town hosts "April Brews Day" on the last Saturday of April to celebrate the fine art of brewing.

Neighborhoods

Alabama Hill
Birchwood
Cornwall Park
Fairhaven
Guide Meridian
Lettered Streets
Meridian
Puget
Samish
Sehome
South Hill
WWU

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Campuses Nearby

Western Washington University
Whatcom Community College

Bellingham:
November Rent Report

Welcome to the November 2024 Bellingham Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the November 2024 key findings and figures for the Bellingham rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the pricing trends — one-bedroom, two-bedroom, year-over-year and month-over-month — in Bellingham and surrounding areas and provide comparisons to the entire metro area, nearby cities and some of the most desirable and expensive cities in the United States. Take a look at the last 12 months of Bellingham average rent prices in the chart below.

Monthly Rent Report

$2,100
$1,580
$1,050
$530
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1 BR       2 BR

Bellingham Rent Prices Decrease From October to November

Bellingham rent prices decreased over the last month. From October to November, the city experienced a -1.78% decrease for the price of a one-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Bellingham one-bedroom apartments currently stands at $1,488.0.

When we take a look at the two-bedroom comparison from October to November, Bellingham experienced a -0.41% decrease for the price of a two-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Bellingham two-bedroom apartments currently stands at $1,922.0.

November Prices: Bellingham vs. Surrounding Areas

Blaine, WA
Friday Harbor, WA
Sumas, WA
Bellingham, WA
Ferndale, WA
Lynden, WA
$2,099
$2,001
$1,979
$1,515
$1,375
$1,375
$0
$700
$1,400
$2,100
$2,800
Median 1 BR Rent

Rent Prices in Bellingham and Surrounding Areas

Rent prices have decreased in Bellingham over the last month. But how have the surrounding areas fared when it comes to the recent volatility in apartment prices? Rent prices in 3 of the Bellingham suburbs increased last month. On the other hand, 2 local areas experienced a decrease in the price of a one-bedroom apartment.

More key findings include:

  • Rent increased in Lynden, WA, Friday Harbor, WA, Sumas, WA .

  • Rent decreased in Ferndale, WA, Blaine, WA.

  • 3 suburbs are currently priced higher than the city of Bellingham.

  • 2 suburbs are currently priced lower than the city of Bellingham.

November 2024 Pricing Trends: Bellingham vs. National Comparisons

New York, NY
San Francisco, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Washington, DC
Chicago, IL
Bellingham, WA
Columbus, OH
Minneapolis, MN
Pittsburgh, PA
$4,211
$3,115
$2,373
$2,354
$1,903
$1,515
$1,338
$1,246
$1,202
$0
$1,400
$2,800
$4,200
$5,600
Median Rent

Bellingham Rent Prices More Affordable Than Major Cities

Rent growth in Bellingham over the past year has been declining. When compared to major cities nearby, along with some of the most expensive cities in the country, Bellingham average rent prices appear to be relatively affordable for local residents.

The price for a Bellingham one-bedroom apartment remains vastly more affordable than four of the largest cities in the United States — New York City, Washington, D.C. San Francisco and Los Angeles. And pricing compares quite similarly to nearby Midwest cities.

For more information about Bellingham and surrounding area rent prices, take a look at the complete data set below.

Data set for Bellingham and suburbs

1 BR November 1 BR M/M % Change 2 BR November 2 BR M/M % Change
Bellingham, WA $1,515.0 1.34% $1,930.0 4.61%
Ferndale, WA $1,375.0 0.00% $2,218.0 -1.16%
Lynden, WA $1,375.0 1.78% $1,729.0 -0.69%
Blaine, WA $2,099.0 0.00% $2,293.0 2.05%
Friday Harbor, WA $2,001.0 0.40% $2,432.0 0.54%
Sumas, WA $1,979.0 21.56% $2,048.0 12.10%

Methodology

Each month, using over 1 million Rentable listings across the United States, we calculate the median 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom rent prices by city, state, and nation, and track the month-over-month percent change. To avoid small sample sizes, we restrict the analysis for our reports to cities meeting minimum population and property count thresholds.

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