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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern feel
  • Fully equipped kitchens
  • Open layout
  • Hardwood floors
  • Elevator
  • Large windows

Location

839 N State St, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA|Central Business District
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Management

Dwell Real Estate Asset Management, LLC

Leasing office

(360) 961-4008

Property Overview

Bella Mar Apartments offers a strong overall rental experience with a high expert rating, excellent value, standout amenities, and a convenient location. It features a modern feel with fully equipped kitchens, open layouts, hardwood floors, large windows, and elevator access, along with strong appeal for work-from-home needs thanks to high-speed internet, a quiet environment, and multiple nearby provider options.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Bella Mar Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bella Mar Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Images Available
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

Studio Type 2Studio1 bath571 sqft$1,550 /mo1 unit availableDiscover a place that feels like home at this 24-unit apartment community on N State Street. Each unit is designed with your lifestyle in mind, featuring fully equipped kitchens with beautiful hardwood floors, soft carpeted bedrooms for added comfort, and an in-unit washer and dryer for ultimate convenience. Residents also enjoy the added benefit of garage parking, providing security and ease year-round. Whether you're relaxing at home or exploring nearby downtown Bellingham, this community offers the perfect balance of location and livability. Fees: Mandatory: - Trash: $20/Month - Water/Sewer: $85/Month - Electricity and internet paid directly by tenant to providers - $50.00 Application Fee (Per Adult) - Security Deposit equal to one month's rent Optional: - Pet Fee: 2% of one month's rent amount - Garage Parking: $100/Month Note* photos may not depict exact unit available
1 Bed / 1 Bath Type 21 bed1 bath726 sqft$1,850 /mo2 units availableDiscover a place that feels like home at this 24-unit apartment community on N State Street. Each unit is designed with your lifestyle in mind, featuring fully equipped kitchens with beautiful hardwood floors, soft carpeted bedrooms for added comfort, and an in-unit washer and dryer for ultimate convenience. Residents also enjoy the added benefit of garage parking, providing security and ease year-round. Whether you're relaxing at home or exploring nearby downtown Bellingham, this community offers the perfect balance of location and livability. Fees: Mandatory: - Trash: $20/Month - Water/Sewer: $85/Month - Electricity and internet paid directly by tenant to providers - $50.00 Application Fee (Per Adult) - Security Deposit equal to one month's rent Optional: - Pet Fee: 2% of one month's rent amount - Garage Parking: $100/Month Note* photos may not depict exact unit available

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Amenities for Bella Mar Apartments

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove
Washer and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Garage Parking

Neighborhood

Prime Location
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

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About Bella Mar Apartments

HomeApartments in BellinghamCentral Business District Bella Mar Apartments

Bella Mar has the best of everything. These apartments have a modern feel and an open layout. Large windows provide natural light throughout, brightening each sizable living space. Multiple closets offer all the storage space one could need, and the kitchen boasts hardwood floors. This property features a parking garage, elevator, and limited access entrances. Located in the heart of downtown Bellingham, these lovely apartments have it all!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Bella Mar Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bella Mar Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Bella Mar Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Bella Mar Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Bella Mar Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Bella Mar Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Bella Mar Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Bella Mar Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Pet deposit required
  • 8 pet grooming services nearby
  • 16 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 4 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • 7 internet service provider options nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Bella Mar Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 326 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 262 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Central Business District

Studio apartments at Bella Mar Apartments cost about 6% more than the average rent price for studios in Central Business District.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 9% higher than 1-bedrooms in Central Business District.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Central Business District
Bellingham
A table of studio rental data trends in Bellingham
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,325
July 2024$1,325
August 2024$1,307
September 2024$1,335
October 2024$1,320
November 2024$1,312
December 2024$1,326
January 2025$1,325
February 2025$1,342
March 2025$1,348
April 2025$1,366
May 2025$1,395
June 2025$1,395
July 2025$1,395
August 2025$1,392
September 2025$1,352
October 2025$1,361
November 2025$1,347
December 2025$1,346
January 2026$1,382
February 2026$1,389
March 2026$1,396
April 2026$1,400
May 2026$1,445
June 2026$1,450
A table of studio rental data trends in Central Business District
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,350
July 2024$1,350
August 2024$1,338
September 2024$1,325
October 2024$1,322
November 2024$1,323
December 2024$1,325
January 2025$1,323
February 2025$1,322
March 2025$1,324
April 2025$1,360
May 2025$1,413
June 2025$1,407
July 2025$1,379
August 2025$1,374
September 2025$1,335
October 2025$1,325
November 2025$1,324
December 2025$1,325
January 2026$1,333
February 2026$1,328
March 2026$1,348
April 2026$1,379
May 2026$1,458
June 2026$1,468

Affordability calculator

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$62,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $62,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,550.
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Schools near Bella Mar Apartments

Bellingham Family Partnership Program

1409 18th st

bellingham, WA, 98225

K-12Public

Parkview Elementary School

3030 cornwall ave

bellingham, WA, 98225

PK, K-5Public
B+

North Bell Learning Center

5275 northwest dr

bellingham, WA, 98226

PK, KPublic

Lummi Nation School

2334 lummi view dr

bellingham, WA, 98226

K-8Public

Ferndale Virtual Academy

5830 golden eagle dr

ferndale, WA, 98248

K-12Public
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Getting around Bellingham near 839 N State St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 839 N State St, Bellingham

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 839 N State St

North State Street Market
902 N State St
Makeworth Coffee Roasters
1201 N State St
Community Food Cooperative
1220 N Forest St
Brown & Cole Stores
1331 Commercial St
Grocery Outlet
1600 Ellis St

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