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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Built in microwave
  • Washer/dryer
  • Electric oven/range
  • On-site manager

Location

3131 Ferry Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA|Happy Valley
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Management

Cascio Properties

Leasing office

(360) 392-8368

Property Overview

Villa Bonita Apartments earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 9.4 out of 10, reflecting excellent value, standout amenities, a convenient location, solid quality, and strong trustworthiness. It also offers practical features like a dishwasher, refrigerator, built-in microwave, washer/dryer, electric oven/range, and an on-site manager, while ranking well for value for money and value per square foot, with a nearby top-rated high school just 0.33 miles away.

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

9.4
Excellent
Villa Bonita Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • More space
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2BR/1.5BA2 bed1.5 bath950 sqft$1,550 /mo1 unit availableSpacious 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath third-floor corner end unit at Villa Bonita Apartments, offering approximately 900 sq. ft. of living space. Conveniently located near WWU and within walking distance of Sehome Village and Viking Plaza. The unit features a dishwasher and built-in microwave. Water, sewer, and garbage are included in the rent; tenants are responsible for electricity. One reserved parking space is included, with a maximum of two vehicles permitted per unit. Tenant parking only—no guest parking is available on the property. Villa Bonita Apartments feature secure mailboxes, a laundry room in each building, and a monitored fire alarm system. Small pet negotiable with applicable pet deposit. No smoking.

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Amenities for Villa Bonita Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Electric Baseboard Heating

Appliances

Built-in MicrowaveDishwasher
Electric Oven/RangeGarbage Disposal
MicrowaveRefrigerator

Building

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

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

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About Villa Bonita Apartments

HomeApartments in BellinghamHappy Valley Villa Bonita Apartments

Spacious 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath third-floor corner end unit at Villa Bonita Apartments, offering approximately 900 sq. ft. of living space. Conveniently located near WWU and within walking distance of Sehome Village and Viking Plaza. The unit features a dishwasher and built-in microwave. Water, sewer, and garbage are included in the rent; tenants are responsible for electricity. One reserved parking space is included, with a maximum of two vehicles permitted per unit. Tenant parking only—no guest parking is available on the property. Villa Bonita Apartments feature secure mailboxes, a laundry room in each building, and a monitored fire alarm system. Small pet negotiable with applicable pet deposit. No smoking.


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.
9.4
/10
Excellent
Villa Bonita Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Villa Bonita Apartments
Price·10A 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.
Villa Bonita Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
Villa Bonita 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, 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.
Villa Bonita 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·9A 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.
Villa Bonita Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

Villa Bonita Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 office supply store within 1 mile

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 Villa Bonita Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 miles away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 140 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.5 miles away
Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.3 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Happy Valley

2-bedroom apartments at Villa Bonita Apartments cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Happy Valley.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Happy Valley
Bellingham
A table of studio rental data trends in Bellingham
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,311
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
July 2026$1,447
August 2026$1,425
September 2026$1,417
October 2026$1,395
A table of studio rental data trends in Happy Valley
MonthMedian Rent
January 2025$1,295
February 2025$1,306
March 2025$1,342
April 2025$1,369
May 2025$1,372
June 2025$1,395
July 2025$1,395
August 2025$1,396
September 2025$1,426
October 2025$1,385
November 2025$1,321
December 2025$1,272
January 2026$1,178
February 2026$1,359
March 2026$1,366
April 2026$1,370
May 2026$1,349
June 2026$1,339
July 2026$1,357
August 2026$1,345
September 2026$1,342
October 2026$1,275

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Villa Bonita Apartments

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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Neighborhood

Happy Valley | Bellingham, WA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Bellingham near 3131 Ferry Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Points of interest for 3131 Ferry Ave, Bellingham

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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