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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- No smoking
- Pet friendly
Location
1254 Franklin St, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA|York
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Property Overview
1254 Franklin St is rated as a solid option for renters, with strong marks for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It is pet friendly and no smoking, and it stands out for convenient access to nearby points of interest, schools, and a robust local pet-care network.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $800 /mo | 2 units available | ***6 Month Lease September - March*** Amazing opportunity for students looking for a place to land this fall! LEASE DETAILS: Rent is $800, Lease Term is 6 MONTHS ONLY. No smoking, pet friendly upon approval, additional fees and rent apply. Bedroom 1 for rent with shared living spaces. Your shared spaces include a kitchen, living room, one bathroom, and in-unit laundry in this 4 bed 2 bath house in the historic York Neighborhood. Easy access to WWU and downtown Bellingham on a convenient bus line. UTILITIES: Tenant pays $100.00/mo for all utilities. DEPOSITS, FEES, & PAYMENT SCHEDULE: To reserve a unit: tenants must pay a NON-REFUNDABLE holding fee, which is 25% of the security deposit. Once the lease is signed: tenants pay the prorated first month's rent. Prior to lease start date: tenants pay the remaining 75% of the security deposit and the non-refundable carpet cleaning and/or optional unit cleaning fee (if applicable). TENANT APPROVAL CRITERIA: $50 application fee. 650+ credit score and verifiable monthly income that is 3x the tenant’s portion of the rent. If not qualified (common for students), tenants must have co-signers. CO-SIGNER APPROVAL CRITERIA: $50 application fee. 650+ credit score and verifiable monthly income that is 4x the tenant’s portion of the rent. All terms are subject to change at any time. Extra occupants may increase rent amount.* Please DO NOT disturb Tenants. Showings will ONLY be conducted by Hammer Properties NW. If interested, please submit an inquiry through this ad. We are not able to accept phone inquiries. Thanks! DISCLAIMER: Please visit the home website of Hammer Properties NW for the most up to date information regarding this listing. |
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Amenities for 1254 Franklin St
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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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Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
|---|
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About 1254 Franklin St
***6 Month Lease September - March*** Amazing opportunity for students looking for a place to land this fall! LEASE DETAILS: Rent is $800, Lease Term is 6 MONTHS ONLY. No smoking, pet friendly upon approval, additional fees and rent apply. Bedroom 1 for rent with shared living spaces. Your shared spaces include a kitchen, living room, one bathroom, and in-unit laundry in this 4 bed 2 bath house in the historic York Neighborhood. Easy access to WWU and downtown Bellingham on a convenient bus line. UTILITIES: Tenant pays $100.00/mo for all utilities. DEPOSITS, FEES, & PAYMENT SCHEDULE: To reserve a unit: tenants must pay a NON-REFUNDABLE holding fee, which is 25% of the security deposit. Once the lease is signed: tenants pay the prorated first month's rent. Prior to lease start date: tenants pay the remaining 75% of the security deposit and the non-refundable carpet cleaning and/or optional unit cleaning fee (if applicable). TENANT APPROVAL CRITERIA: $50 application fee. 650+ credit score and verifiable monthly income that is 3x the tenant’s portion of the rent. If not qualified (common for students), tenants must have co-signers. CO-SIGNER APPROVAL CRITERIA: $50 application fee. 650+ credit score and verifiable monthly income that is 4x the tenant’s portion of the rent. All terms are subject to change at any time. Extra occupants may increase rent amount.* Please DO NOT disturb Tenants. Showings will ONLY be conducted by Hammer Properties NW. If interested, please submit an inquiry through this ad. We are not able to accept phone inquiries. Thanks! DISCLAIMER: Please visit the home website of Hammer Properties NW for the most up to date information regarding this listing.
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.
7.4
/10
Very Good1254 Franklin St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·6A 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.
1254 Franklin St is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
Amenities·9A 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.
1254 Franklin St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1254 Franklin St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1254 Franklin St 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 1254 Franklin St 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.
1254 Franklin St is great for:
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 1254 Franklin St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.1 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
- Oven not listed
- In-unit oven not included in listing
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Rent trends in York
1-bedroom apartments at 1254 Franklin St cost about 51% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in York.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
York
Bellingham
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,472 |
| November 2024 | $1,448 |
| December 2024 | $1,434 |
| January 2025 | $1,453 |
| February 2025 | $1,499 |
| March 2025 | $1,540 |
| April 2025 | $1,561 |
| May 2025 | $1,603 |
| June 2025 | $1,612 |
| July 2025 | $1,600 |
| August 2025 | $1,586 |
| September 2025 | $1,568 |
| October 2025 | $1,550 |
| November 2025 | $1,514 |
| December 2025 | $1,525 |
| January 2026 | $1,548 |
| February 2026 | $1,543 |
| March 2026 | $1,571 |
| April 2026 | $1,574 |
| May 2026 | $1,666 |
| June 2026 | $1,676 |
| July 2026 | $1,661 |
| August 2026 | $1,643 |
| September 2026 | $1,618 |
| October 2026 | $1,599 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | $1,395 |
| January 2026 | $1,525 |
| February 2026 | $1,555 |
| March 2026 | $1,598 |
| April 2026 | $1,625 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1254 Franklin St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$32,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near 1254 Franklin St
Happy Valley Elementary School
1041 24th st
bellingham, WA, 98225
PK, K-5Public
B
Bellingham Family Partnership Program
1409 18th st
bellingham, WA, 98225
K-12Public
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 1254 Franklin St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1254 Franklin St, Bellingham
Groceries
9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
Explore the area around 1254 Franklin St
Fred Meyer
800 Lakeway Dr
Community Food Cooperative
1220 N Forest St
Whole Foods Market
1030 Lakeway Dr
Makeworth Coffee Roasters
1201 N State St
Grocery Outlet
1600 Ellis St
Bellingham Optical Boutique
707 E Holly St
Amjay Screen Printing Inc
1420 N Forest St
Flip Children's & Maternity Consignment
1512 Ellis St
Sacha
314 E Holly St
Wise Buys Shop
1224 N State St
Cool Beans
320 Lakeway Dr
Starbucks
800 Lakeway Dr
Woods Coffee
813 Lakeway Dr
Emerald City Smoothie
1058 Lakeway Dr
Iwanamoka
319 E Holly St
B-Town Kitchen & Raw Bar
714 Lakeway Dr
McKay's Tap House
1118 E Maple St
Far North Pizza & Beer
1030 Lakeway Dr
Carnal
1232 N State St
Aslan Depot
1322 N State St
Super Supplements
1300 Ellis St
Murray's Cheese
800 Lakeway Dr
Slice of Heaven Bakery & Cafe
300 N Samish Way
Great Harvest Bread
305 E Magnolia St
Wonderland Tea & Spices
1305 Railroad Ave
Harriet Spanel Park
Rock Hill Neighborhood Park
Laurel Street Trail
York Community Farm
Playground
Cool Beans
320 Lakeway Dr
B-Town Kitchen & Raw Bar
714 Lakeway Dr
Chinuk
714 Lakeway Dr
Lakeway Teriyaki
806 Lakeway Dr
Murray's Cheese
800 Lakeway Dr
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