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Highlights
- On-site manager
- No smoking
Location
3131 Ferry Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA|Happy Valley
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Property Overview
Villa Bonita Apartments is rated highly overall, with strong marks for price, amenities, location, quality, and trustworthiness, suggesting a well-rounded option with solid value. It stands out for newer updated appliances, luxury vinyl plank flooring, an on-site manager, no-smoking policies, and one reserved parking spot, and it is also noted for quiet work-from-home conditions and strong value metrics.
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
Less expensive- High school nearby
- More space
Great for
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.5BA | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 900+ sqft | $1,550–$1,600 /mo | 4 units available | 2 bed, 1.5 bath, 2nd floor, middle unit apartment (approx 950 sq ft.) near WWU, and within walking distance to Sehome Village and Viking Plaza. This unit includes a refrigerator, electric oven/range, dishwasher, built-in microwave, and washer/dryer hook-ups (tenants are responsible for providing their own machines). Water/Sewer/Trash is included in the rent. Tenants are responsible for electricity, cable, and internet. Unit includes one reserved parking space with a 2-vehicle allowance per unit. Tenant parking only. No guest parking. No pets. The Villa Bonita Apartments have an on-site manager, secure mailboxes, a laundry room in each building with coin-op washer/dryer, and a monitored fire alarm system. No smoking. |
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Amenities for Villa Bonita Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Electric Baseboard Heating | Washer/Dryer Hook-Up |
Appliances
| Built-in Microwave | Dishwasher |
| Electric Oven/Range | Fridge |
| Garbage Disposal | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Refrigerator |
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.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 68 |
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About Villa Bonita Apartments
2 bed, 1.5 bath, 2nd floor, middle unit apartment (approx 950 sq ft.) near WWU, and within walking distance to Sehome Village and Viking Plaza. This unit includes a refrigerator, electric oven/range, dishwasher, built-in microwave, and washer/dryer hook-ups (tenants are responsible for providing their own machines). Water/Sewer/Trash is included in the rent. Tenants are responsible for electricity, cable, and internet. Unit includes one reserved parking space with a 2-vehicle allowance per unit. Tenant parking only. No guest parking. No pets. The Villa Bonita Apartments have an on-site manager, secure mailboxes, a laundry room in each building with coin-op washer/dryer, and a monitored fire alarm system. 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.
9.2
/10
ExcellentVilla 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.
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·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.
Villa Bonita Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage disposal. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Villa Bonita Apartments 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.
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:
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
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 170 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Happy Valley
2-bedroom apartments at Villa Bonita Apartments cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Happy Valley.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Happy Valley
Bellingham
| Month | Median 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,275 |
| July 2024 | $1,271 |
| August 2024 | $1,267 |
| September 2024 | $1,294 |
| October 2024 | $1,280 |
| 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 | $1,348 |
Affordability calculator
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-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
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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